Here are some
sites we've found that might be of use or entertainment for you.

International
Costumers' Guild -- our parent organization, dedicated to being an
educational resource for costumers of any persuasion. A good way to find
out more about our hobby and where to find a chapter in your area.

CostumeCon-nections
-- if you want to know what happened six years ago, where it'll be next
year, when it'll be in your area, or how to bid on hosting one yourself
(that's how we got one in our area) -- check here; a record of CostumeCons
past and future ably maintained by Karen & Ricky Dick.

The
Costume Page -- maintained by Julie Zetterberg, this is a major
resource site for all costumers. Many, many links.

Whole
Costumers Catalogue -- worth its weight in gold! A huge listing for
mail-order, e-order, phone-order, and just plain retail shops all over
North America and some international. All of the listings were submitted
by fellow costumers. There's a listing by state and some book
recommendations, as well.

AlterYears
-- a great dealer for historical patterns, reference books, and some
supplies. Worth the wait.

ARF
-- Arch Regional Furs, the local group of 'furry' fans including
costumers. They host a lot of fun events, inviting friends from all over
the region. A good source if you're looking into full-fur or mascot-type
costumes.

St Louis
Fandom Online -- local listings of conventions and events. Most of our
favorite local cons are listed and linked here, as well as other events
that offer costuming opportunities. Generally an SF site but they also
link some re-enactments and the Greater St. Louis Renfaire.